Tanya classes – Rabbi Krasnianski: The Epistle on Repentance (Igeret HaTeshuva) ch. 7 - 12 Tanya classes – Rabbi Krasnianski: The Epistle on Repentance (Igeret HaTeshuva) ch. 7 - 12

He must also perform all the mitzvot, as it is written,9 “He has sanctified us with His commandments.”

He must also perform all the mitzvot, as it is written,9 “He has sanctified us with His commandments.”

This subject, simultaneously harboring contrite humility in the heart — the state of teshuvah tata’ah, as explained — and the above — mentioned [contrary emotion of] joy in G‑d, that is also necessary for the service of prayer,

This subject, simultaneously harboring contrite humility in the heart — the state of teshuvah tata’ah, as explained — and the above — mentioned [contrary emotion of] joy in G‑d, that is also necessary for the service of prayer,

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The Alter Rebbe explained in the previous chapter that although a penitent should always remember his past sins, his recollection should not lead to a state of ongoing depression or shame; such an attitude would cripple the cardinal principle of serving _item